Weight loss drugs could help curb certain addictions, research suggests

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Weight loss drugs could help curb certain addictions, research suggests – CBS News


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A group of weight loss and diabetes treatment drugs, known as GLP-1 agonists, work by curbing appetite centers in the brain. But animal studies suggest these drugs could also potentially reduce addiction to nicotine, alcohol, and opioids. Dr. Jon LaPook explains.

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